verlo
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📝 In Action
El documental es muy bueno, tienes que verlo.
A1The documentary is very good, you have to see it.
Mi hermano llega hoy. Voy al aeropuerto para verlo.
A2My brother arrives today. I'm going to the airport to see him.
Señor Gómez, qué gusto verlo por aquí.
B1Mr. Gómez, what a pleasure to see you around here.
💡 Grammar Points
Verb + 'lo' = Do Something to 'It' or 'Him'
In Spanish, you can attach words like 'lo' (it/him) directly to the end of a basic verb form. So, 'ver' (to see) + 'lo' (it) becomes one word: 'verlo'.
Where Does 'lo' Go?
The little word 'lo' loves to move around. It sticks to the end of basic verbs (like 'quiero verlo'), but it jumps in front of verbs that are changed for a person (like 'lo veo' - I see it).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Attaching to the Wrong Verb Form
Mistake: "Yo verlo en la tienda."
Correction: Yo lo veo en la tienda. (I see it in the store.) When the verb changes for a person (like 'veo' for 'I'), the 'lo' moves to the front.
Gender Mix-up: 'lo' vs. 'la'
Mistake: "La película es buena. Quiero verlo."
Correction: La película es buena. Quiero verla. Use 'lo' for masculine words (like 'el documental') and 'la' for feminine words (like 'la película').
⭐ Usage Tips
Using 'verlo' to Talk About Plans
This is perfect for talking about future plans. For example, 'Voy a verlo mañana' can mean 'I'm going to see him tomorrow' or 'I'm going to see it tomorrow'.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: verlo
Question 1 of 1
You are talking about a new movie ('el estreno') you want to see. How would you say 'I want to see it'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why do people say 'verlo' sometimes but 'lo veo' other times?
It depends on the verb! If the verb is in its basic '-ar', '-er', or '-ir' form, the 'lo' sticks to the end ('quiero verlo'). If the verb is changed to match a person (like 'veo' for 'I see'), the 'lo' jumps to the front ('lo veo'). Both are correct ways of saying 'I see it', just used in different situations.
What's the difference between 'verlo' and 'mirarlo'?
Think of 'verlo' as just 'seeing it' with your eyes—it could be passive. 'Mirarlo' is more active, like 'looking at it' or 'watching it' with intention. You might 'ver' a car on the street, but you would 'mirar' a painting in a museum.